Light Among Peers

Dr. RJ

This Christian podcast helps teenagers grow their relationship with Jesus. It can be difficult to be a Christian teenager in today’s world with so much darkness. Dr. RJ gives encouragement, and practical strategies to help teens overcome the common struggles Christians face daily. read less

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Why Do Bad Things Happen?

Why Do Bad Things Happen?

In this episode, Dr. RJ shares four reasons why Christians often experience hardships. Often times, we hear the reason bad things happen to believers is because of "free will." Well that explanation is insufficient because it doesn't consider the sovereignty of God. Dr. RJ uses examples that we find in scripture to explain why believers experience hardships.

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Why Do Bad Things Happen?

Why Do Bad Things Happen?

In this episode, Dr. RJ shares four reasons why Christians often experience hardships. Often times, we hear the reason bad things happen to believers is because of "free will." Well that explanation is insufficient because it doesn't consider the sovereignty of God. Dr. RJ uses examples that we find in scripture to explain why believers experience hardships.

In this episode, Dr. RJ answers the question, "Is money evil?" He teaches from 1 Timothy 6:10. Dr. RJ also discusses how Christian teenagers should handle money.

In this episode, Dr. RJ discusses the topic of authority and how the world responds differently than what the Bible teaches. He also shares how to handle a sinful person who is in a place of authority. He teaches from Numbers 12.

In this episode, Dr. RJ teaches on why believers create idols, and how they should respond when filling distant from God. Dr. RJ teaches from Exodus 32.

Are you always saved?

Are you always saved?

In this episode, Dr. RJ discusses the popular Christian doctrine of "Once Saved Always Saved." He teaches from Matthew 7 and 1 Thessalonians 4.

Is your heart hard?

Is your heart hard?

In this episode, Dr. RJ answers the question, "Did God harden Pharaoh's heart?" He also gives insight on how teenagers often harden their own hearts unexpectedly.

How to Stop Lying

How to Stop Lying

In this episode, Dr. RJ shares the secret to overcoming the desire to lie. He teaches from Genesis 18:22-33.

The Heart of David

The Heart of David

In this episode, Dr. RJ explains why David was considered a man after God's own heart. He teaches from Psalm 119. If you have any questions for Dr. RJ, contact him at www.lightamongpeers.com.

Sharing the Gospel Part 2

Sharing the Gospel Part 2

In this episode, Dr. RJ discusses the value of sharing the gospel to those who claim to be Christians. He teaches from Acts 17:10.

Sharing the Gospel

Sharing the Gospel

In this episode, Dr. RJ gives instructions to teenagers on how to share the gospel with their peers. Mark 16:15 teaches to preach the gospel to the whole creation. Therefore, teenagers are instructed to share the gospel.

The Power of Beliefs

The Power of Beliefs

In this episode, Dr. RJ discusses why your beliefs are so important. "For God so love the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life."

Consequences of Sin

Consequences of Sin

In this episode, Dr. RJ discusses the consequences of sin and why it's important for believers to make efforts to resist sin.

Overcoming Sensitivity

Overcoming Sensitivity

In this episode, Dr. RJ shares tools on how not to be easily offended. This strategy will help any Christian teenager who finds themselves upset at the words and actions of others.

In this episode, Dr. RJ gives practical strategies to help teens overcome lust. He teaches from 2 Samuel 11:1-18. Dr. RJ recommends that you listen to previous episodes so that you can overcome the Dark 6. If you have any questions for Dr. RJ message him at www.lightamongpeers.com/contact.

Dr. RJ discusses the topic of love and how it is important to not conform to the world. He references Romans 12:2 in this episode. Finally, Dr. RJ encourages listeners to learn God's commandments so that they can resist the desires of the world. If you have a question for Dr. RJ, visit www.lightamongpeers.com/contact/

Renewal of the Mind

Renewal of the Mind

In this episode, Dr. RJ teaches how to manage your thoughts so that you can pursue obedience. He references Romans 12:1-2 and Philippians 4:8. If you have any questions for Dr. RJ you may message him at www.lightamongpeers.com

How To Manage Emotions

How To Manage Emotions

In this episode, Dr. RJ explains specifically how to manage your emotions so that you can live a life of obedience to Jesus. He also reads from Romans Chapter 7 so that you may have a better understanding of Paul.

Led by the Spirit

Led by the Spirit

In this episode, Dr. RJ discusses what does it mean to be led by the Spirit. In Galatians, Paul describes the difference between the work of the flesh vs the fruit of the Spirit. Learn how to start being led by the Spirit.

In this episode, Dr. RJ addresses the question, can teenagers overcome sin. Ask yourself, "is it possible to not sin?" Based on your denomination, you may already have an answer. Dr. RJ's answer to this question may surprise you. Please listen with an open heart and an open mind.

Dr. RJ shares the top six sins that many Christian teenagers struggle with.